Review of Reliable Information Sources Related to Integrative Oncology
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Aim
The aim of this article is to provide an overview of reliable integrative oncology information from various resources. Clinical databases, research databases, online information systems, and print media were assessed for use by oncology health professionals and patients. The resources that are presented in this article provide high-quality information in keeping with an evidence-based approach to integrative medicine.
Resource Selection
The resources listed have been selected for a critical review of information about evidence-based integrative oncology. Several criteria were employed to select reliable resources for this review:
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An initial search was performed using the Intute database [14]. Intute is a free online service that provides access to pre-evaluated Web resources for education and research. All material were selected and evaluated by a network of subject specialists to create the database. Searches were conducted on
The National Cancer Institute complementary and alternative medicine summaries
The National Cancer Institute's (NCI) Web site (www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/treatment/cam) contains a wealth of cancer-related information. A range of consumer-oriented information is available for the general public, patients, and health professionals, as well as comprehensive descriptions of the research programs and clinical trials the organization is undertaking. Information is available in English or Spanish. Summaries of various CAM treatments for cancer are provided on two levels, one
Summary
Clinicians and patients require access to information about integrative oncology that is objective and trustworthy. Patients and care providers rely on health care professionals to provide most of this information. Therefore, health care professionals need to be familiar with a range of resources. This article summarized some of the excellent resources available for integrative oncology in an attempt to address this information need.
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